The IVF journey to becoming a parent can be challenging, exhilarating, and stressful, as you go through all the procedures necessary to achieve a successful embryo transfer. But as anyone who has undergone fertility treatment knows, the journey doesn’t stop there. After an embryo has been transferred to the uterus, the patient has to wait around [...]
If you’ve never considered having a child before, you may not be aware of everything that goes on when you’re pregnant. Some individuals or couples find that when they fall pregnant, they’re woefully unprepared for the decisions they need to make. Some people aren’t ready for pregnancy and the new life it brings. Those people need [...]
Have you ever wondered what you should do if you found out that you are pregnant? There is a lot that should be done to protect the baby's health and that of the mother. The course of action you take depends on whether you intend to keep the pregnancy or not. If you are pregnant, [...]
If you're pregnant, there's no need to avoid travel completely. In fact, many people use the opportunity to go on a babymoon - one last holiday together before the baby arrives. If you're thinking about travelling while pregnant, here are five things you need to know to make the most of your trip: "If [...]
What a joyous moment when your pregnancy test comes up with a positive result. From conception to birth, pregnancy can feel like a rollercoaster ride. There are so many things to think about to get ready in time for the new arrival, and baby brain doesn't always help matters either. There are so many things happening [...]
The online world is brimming with articles and tips when it comes to being active during pregnancy and specific ways to adapt your lifestyle in order to stay active during that nine-month journey. As for women who are trying to conceive, there’s a little less information to rely on, especially regarding exercise and physical activity in [...]
For women struggling to get pregnant or dealing with unexpected challenges during a pregnancy, social situations can be complex to navigate. Furthermore, emotional and psychological stress associated with fertility and pregnancy challenges can affect friendships and your relationship with your partner. This article explores ways in which women and their partners can cope during difficult times [...]
Most of the women that were fit and working out before pregnancy, even during the pregnancy to some extent, tend to have ambitious plans regarding their postpartum days. To get rid of the few extra pounds and get in the shape within a few weeks sounds fairly easy, but most of them face the facts quite [...]
Stretch marks are a result of over-stretching of the skin, which can be caused by pregnancy, rapid weight gain and puberty. Of course, most of these unappealing marks are caused by pregnancy, since an estimated 90 percent of pregnant women end up with them on their abdomen, upper thighs and buttocks. This is just the body’s [...]
